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『Sir Simon Rattle: The CBSO Years』 is a landmark 52-CD box set released by Warner Classics, celebrating his 18-year tenure (1980–1998) with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO).The Transformation: Appointed at just 25, Rattle transformed a regional British ensemble into a world-class orchestra.Core Repertoire: The collection features their definitive EMI recordings, emphasizing 20th-century masters like Mahler, Sibelius, Stravinsky, and Szymanowski, alongside contemporary British works.Critics widely praise the era for its raw energy, adventurous programming, and technical refinement. Reviewers have noted that Rattle’s collaborative, open-minded approach fostered deep, long-term partnerships with soloists like Peter Donohoe. While some specialized critical reviews find certain individual recordings (such as his Nielsen or Glagolitic Mass) less compelling, the consensus is that the partnership's sweeping ambition laid the bedrock for Birmingham's modern cultural identity.